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Cocktail Hour Around South Carolina

Devyn Whitmire Devyn Whitmire
Devyn spends her days creating content to build an online community of travelers. She is a firm believer there’s always something new to Discover in the Palmetto State.
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Wherever you find yourself in South Carolina, there will be great food and drink to be had. We've looked beyond the state's big cities to find some special picks where you can enjoy your cocktail hour, so all you need to do is "pick your poison."

Krafty Draft Brew Pub

What it's known for: With more than 100 craft beers on tap and 30 wines to choose from, Krafty Draft is the only specialty brew pub in the town of Lexington, and it certainly has the monopoly on selection. Come with a group, order some of the smoked wings if they're on the menu and settle in for a great night.

Style: Specialty brew pub, casual

Address: 269 Charter Oak Road, Lexington

Phone: 803.996.0345

Sidebar

What it's known for: If you're a fan of whiskey - look no further. Take your pick from a list of more than 100 different types. Be it straight bourbon, American rye or Scotch, the list seems infinite. And whiskey is only one type of libation offered at Sidebar. With an even larger beer list and some specialty Southern spirits, this is the place to be for cocktail hour in Sumter.

Style: Southern, farm-to-table, family-friendly, casual, lunch

Address: 30 N. Main St., Sumter

Phone: 803.774.4410

Madra Rua Irish Pub

What it's known for: Come in for a pint and to watch the game at Madra Rua in Summerville. You don't have to be Irish to have a grand ol' time. You should try one of the traditional Irish dishes, though. If you aren't craving the Irish stew, the daily menu specials are sure to please. (Especially when paired with one of their carefully poured nitrogen-charged brews - they brag they're the best of the Lowcountry.)

Style: Irish Pub, sports bar, casual, lunch, dinner, Sunday brunch

Address: 2066 N. Main St., Summerville

Phone: 843.821.9434

Devyn Whitmire
Devyn spends her days creating content to build an online community of travelers. She is a firm believer there’s always something new to Discover in the Palmetto State.